Convert barrel (oil) to barrel (UK)
Please provide values below to convert barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)] to barrel (UK) [bbl (UK)], or Convert barrel (UK) to barrel (oil).
How to Convert Barrel (Oil) to Barrel (Uk)
1 bbl (oil) = 0.9714532152294 bbl (UK)
Example: convert 15 bbl (oil) to bbl (UK):
15 bbl (oil) = 15 × 0.9714532152294 bbl (UK) = 14.571798228441 bbl (UK)
Barrel (Oil) to Barrel (Uk) Conversion Table
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Barrel (Oil)
A barrel (bbl) is a unit of volume primarily used to measure quantities of oil and petroleum products, equivalent to 42 US gallons or approximately 159 liters.
History/Origin
The barrel originated as a measure for liquid goods in the 19th century, initially used in the brewing and distilling industries. Its use for oil measurement became standardized in the early 20th century, with the 42-gallon size becoming the industry standard in the United States.
Current Use
The barrel remains the standard unit of measurement for crude oil and petroleum products globally, used in trading, production, and inventory management within the oil industry.
Barrel (Uk)
A barrel (UK), symbol bbl (UK), is a unit of volume primarily used to measure liquids such as oil and beer in the United Kingdom, equivalent to 159 liters.
History/Origin
The barrel has historical origins dating back to the use of wooden barrels for storing and transporting liquids. Its volume varied regionally, but the UK barrel was standardized over time to approximately 159 liters, especially for measuring beer and other liquids.
Current Use
Today, the UK barrel (bbl UK) is used mainly in the brewing industry and for measuring certain liquids, though the standard barrel is more commonly associated with the US measurement system. It remains a traditional unit within specific contexts like brewing and historical references.